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line significantly increases the risk of secondary osteoarthritis and may cause prolonged pain and stiffness in younger patients. In addition, over 2 mm step-off or gap may also cause similar problems in elderly patients. 39 , 40 Possible dorsal
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critical socioeconomic problem. According to the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) consensus statement, osteoporosis is defined as a skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength predisposing to an increased risk of fracture. 3
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pain in the posterior and anterior pelvic ring, although the latter is less frequent. There are other symptoms associated with pelvic deformity, such as leg-length discrepancy, aesthetic defects due to bony prominences, posture problems (sitting and
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( 2 ). This condition also has a high recurrence rate, and the persistent pain brings great distress and economic burden to patients. Low back pain is a common public health problem, especially in low- and middle-income countries ( 2 ). Approximately
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, 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 ). Soon, various problems with a substantial impact on the working environment and staff safety appeared related to the availability, use, rationing, modification, compliance and recycling of PPE ( 7 , 10 , 11 , 12 ). Later, it
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Introduction The basic concept of modern medicine is that treatment is based upon accurate diagnosis. In musculoskeletal problems and abnormalities, the diagnosis is frequently based upon pathological examination of a specimen taken from the
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Classification systems allow characterization of a problem, suggest a potential prognosis, and offer guidance in determining the optimal treatment approach for a particular condition ( 13 ). Until recently, there had not been a standardized classification for EOS
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investigated. It is reasonable to assume that patients with chronic injuries may have a worse outcome, and therefore it is essential to diagnose and treat this problem early. Appropriate clinical decision-making and a multidisciplinary team approach are key for
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joints, thus using this therapeutical solution on several affected joints might create complex biomechanical problems and disabilities in the daily activities. Moreover, with the current advancement in knee arthroplasty, knee arthrodesis is rarely
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and solutions for healthcare problems. The positive impact of registries on healthcare outcomes and healthcare processes has been demonstrated. 2 Clinical registries are an essential part of the learning healthcare system. 3 They collect pre
